ArmInfo. The celebrations commemorating the 30th anniversary of the liberation movement for Artsakh began in Yerevan on the Liberty Square.
The Armenian National Congress, the core of which is members of the Karabakh Committee, which initiated the Karabakh movement 30 years ago, organized the celebrations. Several hundred people gathered at the Liberty Square. As Aram Manukyan noted, 30 years ago this square gathered hundreds of thousands of people who were ready to fight for the liberation and independence of Artsakh till the last man standing, many of them later died on the battlefield.
He stressed that the purpose of today's event is to return to the Armenian people the spirit of revival, which was present at this square 30 years ago. "30 years ago, every citizen of Armenia and Artsakh was ready to fight to the last for their rights and the rights of the people as a whole, to stand up to the struggle with the all-powerful Soviet power without fear of consequences." Manukyan said, stressing that the Karabakh movement led to real historical victories." he said.
Documentary films were shown during the event, a book was presented, telling about the Karabakh conflict, the favorite folk songs were performed.